Bunnahabhain 40 Year Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is the pinnacle of the distillery’s artistry—a rare, hand-crafted expression that captures four decades of patient maturation by the sea. Aged in carefully selected sherry casks, this unpeated Islay single malt reveals astonishing depth, richness, and balance. Every sip is a journey through time, marked by the gentle influence of the ocean and the elegance only age can bring.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Dark chocolate, figs, and polished oak with layers of toffee, leather, and sea breeze
Palate: Opulent and silky with notes of rich sherry, honey, roasted nuts, spice, and sweet dried fruit
Finish: Long, warm, and endlessly smooth with lingering oak, cocoa, and maritime salt
Vital Stats
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Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Region: Islay, Scotland
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Age: 40 Years
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ABV: 41.9% (Natural Cask Strength, Non-chill filtered)
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Bottle Size: 700 mL
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Cask Type: Matured in Sherry Oak Casks
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Distillery: Bunnahabhain Distillery, Islay, Scotland
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Edition: Limited Release (Individually Numbered Bottles)
What Makes It Special
This 40-year-old release represents the height of Bunnahabhain’s dedication to traditional, time-honored whisky-making. Decades of gentle maturation in coastal warehouses have produced a whisky of unparalleled refinement—smooth, elegant, and layered with maritime complexity. Bottled at natural cask strength and unpeated, it is both a collector’s masterpiece and a celebration of Islay’s quiet sophistication.
Ideal For
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Collectors and connoisseurs of ultra-aged Scotch
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Celebratory or milestone occasions
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Savoring neat to appreciate its rare depth and elegance
